[243] Marshall, i, 69; and Campbell, 635.
[244] Marshall to Samuel Templeman, Richmond, Sept. 26, 1832, supporting latter's claim for pension; MSS. Rev. War, S. F. no. 6204, Pension Bureau.
[245] For the conduct of the men then in supreme authority in Virginia see Wirt, 166-81; and Henry, i, 333-36; also, Campbell, 636 et seq.; and see Eckenrode: R. V., 75.
[246] Marshall, i, 69; and see Eckenrode: R. V., chap. iii, for the best account that has been given of this important episode. Dr. Eckenrode's narrative is a complete statement, from original sources, of every phase of this initial armed conflict between the patriots and Royalists in Virginia. Also see affidavit of Marshall in pension claim of William Payne, April 26, 1832; MSS. Rev. War, S. F. no. 8938½, Pension Bureau.
[247] Affidavit of Marshall in pension claim of William Payne, April 26, 1832: MSS. Rev. War, S. F. no. 8938½, Pension Bureau.
[248] Memorial of Thomas Marshall. (Supra, and Appendix IV.)
[249] This uniform was rare; it is probable, however, that Thomas Marshall procured it for himself and son. He could afford it at that time, and he was a very proud man.
[250] Chastellux found the army nearly disbanded from necessity in 1782. (Chastellux, translator's note to 60.)
[251] Washington to President of Congress, Jan. 24, 1776; Writings: Ford, iii, 372-73.
[252] Washington to Reed, Feb. 10, 1776; ib., 413.